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CVE-2026-13046

7.2 · HIGH

A deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability in WatchGuard Fireware OS's SAML single sign-on session handling (samld) allows an attacker who has already obtained the ability to write files on…

Published Sep 30, 2026watchguardCWE-502EPSS 0.37%

Overview

CVE-2026-13046 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting watchguard fireware. It was published on September 30, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A deserialization of untrusted data vulnerability in WatchGuard Fireware OS's SAML single sign-on session handling (samld) allows an attacker who has already obtained the ability to write files on the appliance to execute arbitrary code in the context of the samld service by causing samld to load a maliciously crafted session file.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from watchguard. Update fireware to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
watchguardfireware>= 12.0, < 12.11.10Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-13046?

CVE-2026-13046 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting watchguard fireware. It was published on September 30, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-13046?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-13046?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from watchguard. Update fireware to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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